Uganda's Sand Cranes were placed in Group A alongside hosts Senegal, Mozambique and Ghana for the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2026 at the draw conducted on Wednesday in Senegal.
The tournament runs from 28 November to 6 December with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
Geofrey Akabwai, the Sand Cranes head coach, acknowledged the difficulty of the group but insisted the target remains a FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2027 qualification slot.
We shall work on the offensive and defensive aspects during the upcoming camp, Akabwai said.
Akabwai is assisted by former international Rica Byaruhanga as the technical pair prepares the side for a third appearance at the continental finals.
Group B comprises Mauritania, Morocco, Malawi and Angola with the two finalists earning Africa's tickets to the World Cup.
Brazil lead the global roll of honour with seven FIFA titles from thirteen editions.
The argument doing the rounds in Kampala is whether the Sand Cranes can finally convert continental experience into a maiden World Cup berth.
Uganda Sand Cranes Group A opponents: Senegal (hosts), Mozambique, Ghana. Tournament dates: 28 November, 6 December 2026. Venue: Senegal. Qualification: Top two per group to semi-finals; finalists to FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2027.
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Source: Kawowo Sports
